Do Amino Acids work?

There are many types of amino acids to use for bodybuilding, lets review the three “branched-chained” amino acids Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine

Leucine is one of the three “branched-chain” amino acids (BCAA’s), along with isoleucine and valine. These three amino acids account for one third of all the protein in muscle tissue, and this significant contribution makes them highly important for helping build muscle and increase energy in muscle cells. They are also converted to other amino acids when deficiencies arise.

Our muscles use leucine directly for fueling any work they perform both during exercise and when resting and also it has been shown to help prevent muscle breakdown and increase energy and endurance. According to researchers, 90% of dietary leucine is used for energy during exercise. It’s the most researched of all amino acids except glutamine.

This amino acid must be supplied through diet since our body is not capable of producing this branched-chain amino acid. “People involved with strenuous athletic activity under extreme pressure and high altitude may benefit from supplementation of this nutrient.”